Newsletter - 01/21/2021
Clean Energy Corner
Looking to save on taxes? Did you know that purchasing an electric vehicle could save you up to $7,500 in tax credits? Check out Plug In America for more ways to save by switching to an electric vehicle.
State of NV Tax Amnesty Program
The 31st Special Session of the Nevada Legislature enacted Senate Bill 3, which provides for a one-time tax amnesty program for businesses or individuals doing business in Nevada who may have an existing tax liability. The amnesty period will begin February 1, 2021 and ends on May 1, 2021. Businesses or individuals may pay the delinquent tax online using a credit card or debit card or by sending a check by mail, please see instructions in the link below.
Need a Tax Professional?
If you're looking for some help with your taxes this year, look no further than the Boulder City Chamber member directory! We've got several accountants to choose from to help you get the most deductions and ensure you're not missing out on anything.
Industrial Review Bonds Available via State of Nevada
Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (IDRBs) are a type of tax-exempt municipal bond/public debt instrument. Proceeds are utilized by private manufacturing companies interested in locating a facility in Nevada or expanding an existing Nevada-based business.
These bonds, issued by the Nevada Department of Business & Industry, are structured to assist a borrower achieve the lowest cost of capital. The size of the expansion, the number of new jobs created, and high wages are important factors in weighing the approval of the application along with the ability of the applicant to pay back the bonds. Click here for more details on how to apply.
Have You Updated Your Information With the Chamber?
A new year is always a good time to make sure your records are up to date with the vendors and memberships you do business with. Make sure the Chamber has up to date contact information so we can get in touch with you the way YOU want to be contacted. If your email address or contact information has changed, update it in your member profile. Also, make sure we have your mobile number on file for text alerts. Don't worry, we won't bother you; it's just a great way to stay in the loop with Boulder City info and Chamber reminders.
Be Prepared for the Next Round of PPP
A new round of the Paycheck Protection Program is open with more opportunities for more businesses. Here's a quick tip sheet so you're prepared when applying.
LGA Hosting a Fireside Chat 1/28/2021
You are invited to join LGA Architecture for their newest fireside chat "Creating Transformative Experiences" where you'll learn from industry experts on how to help create places and experiences that your patrons will love and desire to return again and again.
Business Confidence Index Report Available
Every quarter the UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research conducts a quarterly survey of business owners to rate their confidence on leading economic indicators. Read the report here and find out what your business colleagues see as opportunities.
Opportunity Village Provide COVID-19 Steam + Shield Services
Opportunity Village is now offering COVID-19 sanitation cleaning and can respond immediately. See their brochure for more information on how you can partner with Opportunity Village.
Dam Short Film Festival Goes Virtual
Launching February 11, 2021, the Dam Short Film Society is proudly taking the 17th Annual Festival online as a virtual event. Offering all the great qualities of past festivals – including excellent and diverse programming, filmmaker Q&As, and scheduled virtual events that give audiences and filmmakers the opportunity to mix, mingle and learn more about these original and unique stories from around the world.
Growing despite the pandemic, this year’s 5-day Dam Short Film Festival will premiere and screen 162 short films, broken down into 26 thematic 60- to 75-minute program blocks with categories including Animation, Comedy, Documentary, Drama, Horror, International, Love & Romance, Music Videos, Nevada, Sci-Fi and Underground – all on-demand, from the comfort of your couch!
All-access household passes to the entire Festival are available for $100, while household tickets to individual program blocks can be purchased for $12 each. For more information and to purchase passes, visit
damshortfilm.org; the full virtual Festival catalog can be found at
watch.eventive.org/2021-dsff-screenings.
Nevada's Plan for Recovery & Resilience
The Nevada Department of Business and Industry has outlined the plan for recovery of Nevada's economy. The plan focuses on these components:
▪ An economic forecast on the situation expected for Nevada in the fall of 2021
▪ A series of immediate actions, with a particular focus on “Main Street” and small and medium sized businesses
▪ A set of visionary strategies that will accelerate the diversification of the state’s economy
▪ An inventory of necessary capabilities that must be developed or upgraded in order to realize the vision of a diversified, innovative, and sustainable economy.
Check out the full presentation as the Governor's Office on Economic Development continues to find and create opportunities for new paths to recovery.
The City of Boulder City is Looking for YOUR Input
The Boulder City Community Development Department seeks your input. In an attempt to look to the future, please help us identify your needs today and tomorrow in the technology arena. The survey will take just a few minutes to complete. We greatly appreciate your participation.
Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F5JSFSG
Welcome New Full Members!
01/15/2021 : Dawn Lee Agency - Dawn Lee
01/04/2021 : Totos Mexican Restaurant - Enrique Fuentes
Welcome back Renewed Members!
09/29/2016 : Edward Jones - Brian Ewell, Financial Advisor - Brian Ewell
01/01/2014 : Sew Eclectic - Winnie Phan
04/30/2018 : Liberty Mutual Insurance - Cecilio (Leo) Vega
03/01/2014 : Thrive Life - Valerie Olsen
01/04/2018 : Cascata Golf Club - Christina Rogahn
02/01/2017 : Laughlin Economic Development Corporation - Martin Knauss
10/09/2019 : BC Solar Inc. - Jason Larson
02/17/2017 : Eldorado Canyon Mine Tours, Inc. - Bobbie Werly
12/20/2018 : The Arrangers, Inc. - Lee Anne Short
07/01/1976 : Boulder City Review - Valerie Olsen
11/01/2014 : Universal Windows Direct - Teresa Moebius
02/01/2011 : AmeriSent Insurance - John & Elizabeth Chase
11/01/1992 : Boulder City History & Arts Foundation (BCHAF) - Ray Turner
12/04/2001 : Plaza Realty - Chelsea Scheppmann
09/30/2016 : The Spa Life - Dawn Hooper
02/01/2007 : - David Buck
04/01/2002 : Desert Star Energy Center-SDGE - Kevin Lampman
01/25/2019 : Knights of Pythias - Jerry Roth
04/11/2018 : D.R. Olsen, Attorney at Law - David Olsen
11/01/2013 : Hoover Dam Lodge - Inna Platas
08/01/1990 : Lifestyle Interiors ^ - Lisa Teepen
